obliged
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Companies based in North America and Europe are obliged under sanctions rules to ensure that no aircraft or aircraft parts are exported to Russia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
The risk of cryptosporidium meant residents in some parts of Rhondda Cynon Taf have been obliged to boil their tap water before drinking, cooking or brushing teeth since last Friday.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Almodóvar says he felt obliged to say something, but also notes that he can return to Spain where he lives and works.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
When she said she needed space after her divorce, he obliged, then called her a few months later and asked, “Will you go out with me now?” according to his autobiography.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
By giving prestige to the Swiss, he discredited his own troops, for he did away entirely with his foot-soldiers and obliged his cavalry to depend upon the abilities of others.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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